Start of the American Revolution By 19amiller Apr 5, 1764 Sugar Act Mar 22, 1765 Stamp Act Mar 24, 1765 First Quartering Act Jan 1, 1766 Stamp Act Repealed; Declaratory Act Passed Dec 24, 1767 Townshend Duties Mar 5, 1770 Boston Massacre May 1, 1773 Tea Act Dec 16, 1773 Boston Tea Party Apr 18, 1775 Paul Revere's Ride I would like to note that Paul Revere never completed the ride, his partner did. The poem about Paul Revere is what really made him famous. Jun 15, 1775 Washington Takes Charge Jul 4, 1776 Declaration of Independence is Signed by Congress